Price Guide for 1924 Dime Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1924 Dime variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
1924-S Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $5.00 - $633.00Uncirculated: $2.10 - $6,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $11.00 - $281.00Uncirculated: $234.50 - $1,359.75
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 - $365.00Uncirculated: $425.00 - $10,000.00
1924 Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 - $38.00Uncirculated: $2.10 - $3,850.00
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eBayCirculated: $9.95 - $124.00Uncirculated: $30.00 - $943.33
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4.00 - $65.00Uncirculated: $70.00 - $1,650.00
1924-D Dime (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $16.00 - $460.00Uncirculated: $2.65 - $1,725.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.50 - $519.99Uncirculated: $132.50 - $1,095.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 - $285.00Uncirculated: $315.00 - $3,500.00
1924 Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $15.00Uncirculated: $3.00 - $5,750.00
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eBayUncirculated: $8.50 - $1,590.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $75.00 - $20,000.00
1924-D Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $75.00 - $1,100.00Uncirculated: $3.50 - $19,258.00
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eBayCirculated: $50.00 - $190.00Uncirculated: $320.00 - $1,525.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $275.00 - $300.00Uncirculated: $375.00 - $17,500.00
1924-S Dime, FB (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $360.00Uncirculated: $3.50 - $32,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $525.00 - $2,950.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $350.00 - $400.00Uncirculated: $500.00 - $60,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1924 Dime
The 1924 Mercury Dime is part of the iconic Mercury Dime series, which was minted from 1916 to 1945. This coin features Adolph A. Weinman's beautiful design, which is considered one of the most artistic U.S. coin designs. The obverse depicts Liberty wearing a winged cap, often mistaken for the Roman god Mercury, hence the coin's nickname.
1924 was a year of relative economic prosperity in the United States, known as the Roaring Twenties. The Mercury Dime played a significant role in everyday commerce during this period.
Weight | 2.5 grams |
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Diameter | 17.9 mm |
Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia, no mint mark), D (Denver), S (San Francisco) |
Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
Obverse Design | Winged Liberty Head (Mercury), designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
Reverse Design | Fasces with an olive branch, designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1924 Mercury Dime significantly impacts its value. Coins in circulated condition are generally affordable, but prices increase dramatically for uncirculated specimens, especially those with full split bands (FSB) on the reverse fasces.
Coins graded MS65 or higher are considerably rarer and more valuable, particularly for the Denver and San Francisco issues. The presence of original luster and minimal contact marks greatly enhances desirability among collectors.
Mintage: 24,010,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 6,810,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Mintage: 7,120,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved examples
Strike quality is crucial for Mercury Dimes, with well-struck examples commanding premium prices. The full split bands (FSB) feature on the reverse fasces is highly sought after and can significantly increase a coin's value.
Toning can also impact value, with attractive, natural toning often enhancing a coin's appeal. For the 1924 issues, Denver and San Francisco mint marks generally carry a premium over Philadelphia strikes due to lower mintages.
While no major varieties or errors are known for the 1924 dimes, any discovered could potentially be valuable due to their rarity.
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